Sanfrecce Hiroshima host FC Tokyo at EDION Stadium Hiroshima, Hiroshima on Friday, Apr 16 at 12:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the J1 League, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Sanfrecce Hiroshima come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). FC Tokyo, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

In 10 previous meetings, Sanfrecce Hiroshima lead 5–3 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Sanfrecce Hiroshima a slight edge, but FC Tokyo are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.